Shht, don't tell anyone yet, but we might get a new VDP card for MSX computers soon. Working name of the card is Franky, and it sure has some potential if it's going to be produced. This card is for MSX1 computers and up. It's based on the Sega Master System / Mark III VDP, the 315-5124 or 315-5246 (both versions will likely be supported on the final product).
It can not only play Sega home-brew software after some code adjustments, but it will also give your MSX a total of 6 PSG channels because a PSG that only differs a little from our own is build-in the VDP. The Sega VDP is backwards compatible with the MSX1 screen modes but adds a new mode with support for 64 colors and smooth scroll in both directions.
When this card is finally available (MSX1) developers can easily port existing code to this new VDP and add some support for it's new functions. Sega developers can probably use this card and a MSX(1) to port existing MSX1 code to Sega. The possibilities are endless, especially if you look at the projected roadmap..
Active developers can apply for a sample card (to be produced when testing is completed) by submitting their projects. Read all about it on their website.
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